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11 reasons why your breath smells bad and what to do about it

Why you have bad breath. Photo/ Arm and Hammer

We’re all familiar with bad breath in one form or another. That morning breath after a night of too much booze, or the strong smell you can’t seem to shift after a garlicky pasta dish or spicy curry.

But for some of us, bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be a life-long condition that leaves us feeling embarrassed.

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